Facilities Technician IV (Lead) - OFMD

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus' mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.

OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world's largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.

As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university's mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees:

Acts as the principal technician in their trade for WashU Medicine. Responsible for being the primary technician for all critical facilities in the university. Provides training and mentoring to all technicians in their trade. Considered the subject matter expert in their field and assists Capital Projects on building projects. Must hold a license for their trade, if applicable.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serves as Senior Tradesman for their trade and holds a license, if applicable. Sponsors apprentices when it applies. Provides leadership in all areas of their trade, OFMD Core Values, and customer service skills.
  
• Serves as the primary technician for all critical facilities at the School of Medicine. This includes BSL3's, animal facilities, and all other areas deemed critical.
  
• Provides training and education for level III, II and I technicians in their trade. A technician will be proficient in all areas of their field.
  
• Acts as primary Facilities Engineering contact for assigned area, prioritizing work and making initial assessment of conditions and service needs.
  
• Plans and completes the repairs/installation of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for short-range projects.
  
• Monitors outside service schedules and equipment installation by outside contractors.
  
• Interfaces with customers to schedule/coordinate any interruptions in service (utility outages).
  
• Follows through on work in progress to verify proper facility conditions are restored.
  
• Keeps Facilities Engineering supervisors aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs.
  
• Actively promotes safety in their shop.
  
• Attends all construction meetings and provides valuable input.
  
• Maintains effective communication with other maintenance staff.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
  
• Stockroom or warehouse
  
• High noise environment
  
• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements
  
• Requires extensive safety training
  
• Exposure to moving machinery
  
• Handling of radioactive material
  
• Exposure to animals
  
• Exposure to chemicals
  
• Requires protective devices
  
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
  

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
  
• Using tools requiring high dexterity
  
• Typically bending, crouching, and stooping
  
• Typically standing or walking
  
• Occasional lifting (25 - 50 lbs.)
  
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement
  
• Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
  

Equipment

• Office equipment
  
• Simple hand tools
  
• Operate a motor vehicle
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:
Skilled Trades Functions (4 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Must obtain and maintain a Missouri Class E or Illinois Class D Driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• License in trade as applicable.

We are recruiting for two Leads. One on the East and one on the West team.


Preferred Qualifications

Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:
Communication, Customer Service, Electrical Maintenance, HVAC Systems, Maintenance Inspections, Maintenance Repair, Maintenance Work, Organizational Commitment, Plumbing, Problem Resolution, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Time Management, Vocational Training

Grade
G11-H

Salary Range
$27.21 - $43.56 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
  

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
  

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
  
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
  

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EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.